The BritPits dataset , which tracks mineral workings, was updated in February 2026 and now includes 264,549 records of surface and underground sites. Critical Minerals and Global Context
The UK Minerals Yearbook 2025 is available for download through the British Geological Survey (BGS) . You can also access raw statistical data and archival records via the MineralsUK portal . World mineral statistics archive - MineralsUK New minerals data compilation released for Brit...
Natural gypsum was a notable exception to the decline, seeing a production increase following the end of coal-fired power generation and the loss of desulphogypsum as a byproduct. The BritPits dataset , which tracks mineral workings,